family in Islam

The rights of children upon their parents, and the emphasis Islam gives in maintaining good relations with other relatives.

The rights of both the husband and wide, and the complementary roles they play in bringing about a peaceful home.

The reasons and purpose of marriage, and the emphasis given on treating wives with kindness and ease, and how they help in maintaining harmony in the family.

An introduction to how Islam ensures the cohesiveness of the institution of the family in Islam, with its first and foremost constituents, the parents.

"And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them" (Surah Ar-Room: 30:21). 

"And of all things We created two mates [i.e, counterparts]; perhaps you will remember." (Surah Adh-Dhaariyat:51:49).

 The family is one of the central organizing institutions of the Muslim society.  This two part lesson gives insight into the core sentiments of family life that define the nature and meaning of this social institution.

 The family is one of the central organizing institutions of the Muslim society.  This two-part lesson gives insight into the core sentiments of family life that define the nature and meaning of this social institution. Part 1: The basics and purpose of marriage, inter-faith marriages and spousal rights.

"Disrespectful" speech towards a spouse: let it be defined by your heart and your awareness of Allah in your marriage. Regardless of what your husband does or doesn't do - remember you stand alone on the Day of Judgment. Learn more about the family in Islam here...

Relax and do something meaningful in your life that is not directly tied to children and family: read Quran, listen to a lecture, go to the library, go out for a walk or schedule lunch out with a friend without the kids. Learn more about the family in Islam here...